> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2229638-senior-grc-consultant](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2229638-senior-grc-consultant). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior GRC Consultant - **Company:** Actalent - **Location:** Princeton, NJ, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $208,000.0 - $291,200.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Microsoft Office, RSA (Cryptosystem), Information Technology, RSA Archer Platform, Servicenow - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/7B62F99369F2489B9B381BE3757BC316/job/ ## About the Role Education Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. Certifications Preferred: Relevant GRC, risk, audit, or security certifications such as CRISC, CISA, CISM, CGRC, or similar. Experience: 8-10+ years of experience in GRC, risk advisory, governance transformation, compliance, or related consulting roles; experience conducting current-state assessments, maturity reviews, or operating model design; experience developing roadmaps and executive recommendations; familiarity with enterprise risk and compliance frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2, COSO, or similar; experience in regulated or complex enterprise environments preferred. Technical Skills * Strong understanding of GRC operating models, governance structures, process design, and control frameworks * Ability to assess process gaps, define target-state designs, and recommend practical improvements. * Experience with GRC platforms such as OneTrust, ServiceNow GRC, RSA Archer, MetricStream, LogicGate, AuditBoard, or equivalent from a strategic or solution-advisory perspective. * Proficiency in translating assessment findings into roadmaps, presentations, and executive-level reporting. * Strong Microsoft Office skills. Non-Technical Skills: * Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Clear communicator who can influence technical and business stakeholders. * Comfortable facilitating workshops and presenting recommendations to leadership. * Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities independently. * Continuous improvement mindset with a consultative approach. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Senior GRC Consultant, Contractor to provide strategic advisory support for Global Security & Risk Management initiatives. This role will assess current governance, risk, and compliance capabilities, develop future-state operating models, define GRC roadmaps, and provide recommendations that enable scalable, efficient, and risk-informed business operations. The consultant will partner with executive stakeholders to design enterprise GRC processes, improve governance effectiveness, and guide strategic transformation initiatives. * Conduct current-state assessments of governance, risk, compliance, and third-party risk capabilities. * Evaluate existing GRC operating models, processes, controls, and governance structures to identify gaps and improvement opportunities. * Develop enterprise GRC strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements. * Define multi-year GRC roadmaps with prioritized initiatives, milestones, and measurable outcomes. * Design future-state GRC operating models, including governance structures, roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes. * Lead GRC process design across risk management, policy management, compliance, third-party risk, and control lifecycle management. * Develop strategic recommendations for GRC platform capabilities and process automation. * Facilitate executive workshops and stakeholder interviews to validate business requirements and future-state designs. * Advise leadership on governance frameworks, risk management practices, and industry best practices. * Produce executive-ready assessments, recommendations, maturity reports, and transformation plans. * Define KPIs, KRIs, governance metrics, and reporting frameworks to measure program effectiveness. * Provide strategic oversight during implementation to ensure solutions align with target operating models. ## Related Videos - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [How to Stop Your Agents From Going Rogue - Arnav Gupta](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2152-how-to-stop-your-agents-from-going-rogue-arnav-gupta) - [AI in Production: applied AI & enterprise use cases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100130-ai-in-production-applied-ai-enterprise-use-cases) - [Building Security Champions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/193-building-security-champions) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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